Focusing on the data can mean losing sight of small-d democratic goals. Campaigns may push the buttons they think the voter wants pushed, instead of giving us a full and true picture of their policies.
A fascinating sociological experiment unfolds before our eyes as the <em>Washington Post</em> unveils its new “PowerPost” vertical, subtitled “Intelligence for Leaders.” The project will focus "on the subjects that matter most to the people at the center of power."
What's likely to happen as the June 1 deadline for key Patriot Act provisions approaches? And is the USA Freedom Act a net positive or negative for privacy and the NSA?
Privacy advocates trying to rein in the use of automated license plate readers have a powerful new opponent: lenders and debt collectors.
Congress appears set to end bulk collection of American phone records, after a debate that was more theatrical than substantial.
There were two dramatic flourishes on Wednesday as the Senate approached the nearly inevitable decision to end the bulk collection of American phone records exposed by NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden.
How to put a fake computer inside your real computer, protecting yourself from sketchy attachments, websites, and software.
What happened is a historical fact, and it shouldn’t be difficult to get presidents and prime ministers to say, “Today we remember the Armenian Genocide.” But it’s almost impossible, especially in the U.S. — because Turkey has made Armenian Genocide denial part of its national identity, and we’re dependent on Turkey’s support for our broader mideast policies.
I.F. Stone was one of the greatest investigative journalists of the 20th century, and a hero to many in the 21st.
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